Utility Worker

Highlights of the job

EPCOR is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker I or In-Training position to join our team in our Lake Havasu City & Parker, Arizona District. In this essential role, you will perform skilled work related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and or wastewater collection systems.

What you’d be responsible for:

- Installing, maintaining, and repairing water mains, service lines, meters, fittings, main line valves, and fire hydrants

- Performing system flushing, water quality sampling, and flow testing

- Conducting preventative maintenance such as valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections

- Investigates customer complaints such as high meter readings, noise, leaks, water quality, odors, and low/high water pressure.

- Identifies customers’ concerns and takes appropriate actions to resolve them.

- Assists customers in locating water leaks.

- Inspect water meter connections for leaks and make appropriate repairs.

- Following traffic control protocols and maintaining safety on job sites

- Accurately completing service orders and maintaining records

- Performing other related duties as required to support daily operations

What’s required to be successful:

- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

- At least 1 year of experience in water distribution/treatment and/or wastewater collection/treatment

- Understanding of water and wastewater systems, including tools and equipment used in the field

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, service orders, and maintenance manuals

- Familiarity with drinking water rules, regulations, and standardized water quality testing

- Ability to accurately code timecards with up to 50 account codes

- Capable of making repairs in confined or tight spaces

- Strong record-keeping and computer entry skills

- Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently

- Able to operate motor vehicles and equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, valve exercisers, and mini-vac units

- Physically capable of lifting up to 70 pounds and performing manual labor in varying weather conditions

- Strong communication skills and professionalism when dealing with customers and coworkers

Candidates must live within 45 minutes from Lake Havasu City, AZ and Parker, AZ to fully support this role.

Minimum requirements for each level:

Utility Worker-in-Training: Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license with good driving record at time of hire. Must achieve ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certifications within a year of start date. Must be able to obtain Class A CDL license within 1 year of start date.

Utility Worker I: One (1) year of qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification required. Class A CDL required.

Other important facts about this job

As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.

Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.

Please note the following information:

- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

EPCOR USA INC is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace that recognizes and values the unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.